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Beautifully soft yarn that knits up wonderfully. It holds its form easily and the yarn stays intact.
By The Yarn Collective
Bloomsbury DK is a beautiful silky soft DK weight yarn, spun from the softest merino wool. This hand-dyed yarn is perfect for knitting cosy sweaters and scarves and will knit to any DK weight pattern. Bloomsbury has a wonderfully soft handle that is luxuriously gentle on the skin, and suitable for all types of knitting and crochet. The final spun thread has been plied together with just enough twist to prevent pilling but to allow the fabric to softly drape.
The 10 launch colours have been personally designed by Irish designer Carol Feller. Known for designing knitwear that is well shaped, flattering to wear and enjoyable to knit Carol likes to work with different construction methods, so long as they enhance the knitting experience. Carol has divided the palette into three sets of colours that work well together and enhance each other: Blues, Fall and Fuchsia.
| Brand: | The Yarn Collective |
| Blend: | 100% Merino Wool |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Net Weight: | 100g (3.53oz) |
| Tension: | 22 stitches, 28 rows to 4" |
| Recommended Crochet Hook: | F (4.00mm) |
| Care Instructions: | Iron, Low, Do Not Bleach, Dry Clean Any Solvent, Hand Wash |
| Craft: | Crochet, Knitting |
| Length: | 263yds (240m) |
| Recommended Needles: | US 6 (4mm) |
Bloomsbury DK is a soft, hand-dyed yarn that many knitters and crocheters describe as a real pleasure to work with. Reviewers often say it feels like a treat in the hands and against the skin, and several said they kept coming back to it project after project.
One reviewer put it simply: "I just love it!"
Customers say it knits up beautifully, with smooth, even stitches that make a project a pleasure to build. One reviewer said it "knits like a dream", and another described it as soft and fun to work with.
Reviewers also say the stitch definition is excellent, so cables and textured patterns stand out clearly. One knitter working a purl diamond pattern noted that the definition held up even with the variations in colour.
The launch colours were designed by Irish designer Carol Feller and grouped into three sets, Blues, Fall and Fuchsia, so shades sit comfortably together. Reviewers praise the vibrant, tonal colours and the gentle colour gradient, which many say adds depth to finished pieces. One buyer chose Moss for its subtle variations, which she felt echo greens found in nature.
Reviewers say their knits have stayed soft and have shown no pilling, even after several projects.
Customers have used Bloomsbury DK for sweaters, shawls, cowls, hats and wraps. One reviewer said the colours really enhanced the cable work in their wrap, while others have happily crocheted with it, calling it a dream to crochet with.
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Beautifully soft yarn that knits up wonderfully. It holds its form easily and the yarn stays intact.
love the smooth texture and the slightly varigated shadings - knit a cabled baby jacket - gave a perfect tension on a #4mm kneedle!
Lovely soft yarn with attractive colour gradient. I'm making a Celtic Myths wrap and the colours really enhance the cable portion.
This is the second Bloomsbury DK that I have used and it knits beautifully. I have made a jumper and am currently making a shawl.
The tonal colors are gorgeous! The yarn is soft and easy to work with!
The tonal colors are gorgeous! The yarn is soft and a delight to work with!
This is beautiful yarn and the colours are wonderful. I knitted a throw, using this wool, last year and liked it so much I ordered more for another one.
I am satisfied with my purchase. The yarn is of good quality and works up well. I would purchase it again. It has a soft feel and is comfortable as a garment piece . Its light weight texture gives the finished product a delicate and smooth appearance.
Excellent wool which knits well.